Endometrial Ablation Lab Report
Introduction
Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys the thin inner layer of the lining of the uterus (endometrium). This procedure may be done:
To stop heavy periods.
To stop bleeding that is causing anemia.
To control irregular bleeding.
To treat bleeding caused by small tumors (fibroids) in the endometrium.
This procedure is often an alternative to major surgery, such as removal of the uterus and cervix (hysterectomy). As a result of this procedure:
You may not be able to have children. However, if you have not gone through menopause (you are premenopausal):
You may still have a small chance of getting pregnant.
You will need to use a reliable method of birth control after the procedure to prevent pregnancy.
You may stop having a menstrual period, or you may have …show more content…
This method uses a radiofrequency-alternating electric current to remove the endometrium.
Cryotherapy. This method uses extreme cold to freeze the endometrium.
Heated-free liquid. This method uses a heated saltwater (saline) solution to remove the endometrium.
Microwave. This method uses high-energy microwaves to heat up the endometrium to remove it.
Thermal balloon. This method involves inserting a catheter with a balloon tip into the uterus. The balloon tip is filled with heated fluid to remove the endometrium.
The procedure may vary among health care providers and hospitals.
What happens after the procedure?
Your blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and blood oxygen level will be monitored until the medicines you were given have worn off.
As tissue healing occurs, you may notice vaginal bleeding for 4–6 weeks after the procedure. You may also experience:
Cramps.
Thin, watery vaginal discharge that is light pink or brown in color.
A need to urinate more frequently than usual.
Nausea.
Do not drive for 24 hours if you were given a sedative.
You will not be able to have sexual intercourse or insert anything into your vagina until your health care provider approves.
Endometrial ablation is a procedure that destroys the thin inner layer of the lining of the uterus (endometrium). This procedure may be done:
To stop heavy periods.
To stop bleeding that is causing anemia.
To control irregular bleeding.
To treat bleeding caused by small tumors (fibroids) in the endometrium.
This procedure is often an alternative to major surgery, such as removal of the uterus and cervix (hysterectomy). As a result of this procedure:
You may not be able to have children. However, if you have not gone through menopause (you are premenopausal):
You may still have a small chance of getting pregnant.
You will need to use a reliable method of birth control after the procedure to prevent pregnancy.
You may stop having a menstrual period, or you may have …show more content…
This method uses a radiofrequency-alternating electric current to remove the endometrium.
Cryotherapy. This method uses extreme cold to freeze the endometrium.
Heated-free liquid. This method uses a heated saltwater (saline) solution to remove the endometrium.
Microwave. This method uses high-energy microwaves to heat up the endometrium to remove it.
Thermal balloon. This method involves inserting a catheter with a balloon tip into the uterus. The balloon tip is filled with heated fluid to remove the endometrium.
The procedure may vary among health care providers and hospitals.
What happens after the procedure?
Your blood pressure, heart rate, breathing rate, and blood oxygen level will be monitored until the medicines you were given have worn off.
As tissue healing occurs, you may notice vaginal bleeding for 4–6 weeks after the procedure. You may also experience:
Cramps.
Thin, watery vaginal discharge that is light pink or brown in color.
A need to urinate more frequently than usual.
Nausea.
Do not drive for 24 hours if you were given a sedative.
You will not be able to have sexual intercourse or insert anything into your vagina until your health care provider approves.